Horizon NGO

23/11/2025

Horizon, Ibadat Hospital Peshawar, and Community Volunteer Network Sustain Free Mental Health Services for Bajaur Victims

A successful series of weekly Free Mental Health Teleclinics is being sustained through the joint collaboration of Horizon, Ibadat Hospital Peshawar, and the Community Volunteer Network. This initiative aims to provide accessible, free-of-cost mental healthcare services to individuals affected by the crisis in Bajaur who are facing economic hardship.
To date, these teleclinics have provided free consultations to over 250 patients suffering from psychological disorders, along with the provision of necessary free medications. Utilizing telemedicine, these clinics ensure expert psychiatric consultation reaches remote areas where access to conventional healthcare facilities is often challenging. Facility for Free Treatment and Admission
In further strengthening this commitment, the collaborating organizations are accelerating efforts to provide the affected patients in Bajaur, who are deprived of treatment due to poverty, with free treatment and admission facilities at Ibadat Hospital Peshawar. This is part of a comprehensive strategy aimed at delivering complete medical support to those experiencing a mental health crisis.
Prof Dr Khalid M***i commented on the occasion "Our teams firmly believe that mental health is paramount to every individual’s well-being, especially for those impacted by recent crises in Bajaur. We are committed to continuing these services both the free teleclinics and the hospital admission facilityto improve and strengthen the mental health of the community."
The Free Mental Health Teleclinic series will continue until further notice, ensuring maximum benefit for the affected population.

20/11/2025

12/10/2025

11/10/2025

Horizon NGO Convenes Key Board Meeting on World Mental Health Day
Peshawar: A crucial meeting of the Horizon NGO Board Members was convened at Abadat Hospital Peshawar to mark World Mental Health Day.
During the session, the organization provided a comprehensive briefing on its mental health awareness and improvement initiatives undertaken over the past year. A key focus of the discussion was the successful delivery of free mental health aid and medication to individuals impacted by natural disasters.
The meeting concluded with participants endorsing the proposed strategic roadmap and action plan designed to further enhance mental healthcare services and awareness initiatives in the coming year.

10/10/2025

It was a privilege to be invited by Peshawar Institute of Cardiology to deliver a talk on “Mind & Heart: Cardiac Care and Depression.”

I’m deeply thankful to Prof. Dr. Shahakar (Dean & CEO), Dr. Abidullah (HOD Cardiology), and Dr. Ali Raza (Medical Director) for their gracious invitation and warm hospitality.

The session emphasized how mental health and cardiovascular health are inseparable healing the heart must include healing the mind.

10/10/2025

World Mental Health Day 2025 reminds us that mental well-being is a universal right — not a privilege. In this video, Prof. Dr. Ali M***i sheds light on this...

10/10/2025

The Department of Psychology at Abasyn University hosted a prestigious event on October 9th to observe World Mental Health Day. The ceremony featured renowned psychiatrist, Prof. Dr. Khalid A. M***i, FRCPsych (UK), International Distinguished Fellow of the American Psychiatric Association, as the Chief Guest.
​Prof. Dr. M***i, who also serves as the Chairman of Horizon Peshawar, Pakistan, and Chief Executive of Ibadat Hospital Peshawar, Pakistan, delivered an insightful keynote address on the central theme: "Climate Change and Mental Health: Turning Fear into Action."
​He shed light on the psychological impacts of climate change, emphasizing the critical need for collective awareness and proactive steps to address this growing challenge. His visionary remarks were instrumental in helping the audience, particularly students and faculty, understand the new threats facing mental well-being.
​Acknowledgment and Awards
​At the conclusion of the ceremony, the Vice Chancellor of Abasyn University presented Prof. Dr. Khalid A. M***i with a commemorative shield in recognition of his extraordinary services to the field of mental health in the country.
​In turn, Prof. M***i honored the efforts of the university's department, presenting shields to the Head of the Psychology Department, Dr. Farzana Naheed Salim, and all faculty members. He acknowledged their pivotal role in promoting mental health education and awareness.
​Student Project Showcase
​A key highlight of the event was the exhibition of models and projects by the psychology students, where they displayed their creative work on various aspects of mental health. The Chief Guest highly appreciated the students' dedication and the training standards set by the Psychology Department's faculty.
​This event underscores the continued commitment of Abasyn University, under the guidance of experts like Prof. Dr. M***i, to prioritize mental health education and awareness.

26/08/2025

Free Mental Health Camp in Bajaur: A Collaborative Effort by Horizon NGO and Partners
Bajaur, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa – Horizon NGO, in a significant collaborative effort with Ibadat Hospital Peshawar, CVN, PPRC, and Fountain House Lahore, successfully organized a free mental health camp at Commerce College Bajaur. The initiative aimed to provide essential psychological and mental health support to individuals affected by the recent conflict in the region.
The camp provided free consultations and medication to over 80 patients suffering from psychological and mental health issues. This event proved to be a vital source of aid for the community, offering not only treatment but also raising awareness about mental health concerns.
During the event, Professor Dr. Khalid M***i from Ibadat also inaugurated a free tele-clinic. This new service will provide ongoing, long-term care to patients in affected areas, allowing them to receive free medical consultations from the comfort of their homes. Horizon NGO considers this a crucial step towards ensuring sustainable healthcare access for the people of Bajaur.
Horizon NGO extends its sincere gratitude to its partners, Ibadat Hospital Peshawar, CVN, PPRC, and Fountain House Lahore, for their invaluable support in this noble cause. The organization remains committed to continuing such welfare activities for the betterment of the community.
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